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Expanded Home Care Access and Caregiver Support

This act aims to increase access to home and community-based healthcare services, shifting care from institutions to home settings. It boosts funding for states that expand these services and supports direct care workers, potentially improving quality of life for those needing assistance and their families.
Key points
Increased federal funding for states to expand home and community-based services under Medicaid.
Support for direct care workers through improved wages, training, and working conditions.
Enhanced access to home care services for individuals with disabilities and the elderly, including reducing waitlists.
Permanent protection against spousal impoverishment for individuals receiving home and community-based services.
Permanent extension of the "Money Follows the Person" program, helping people transition from institutions to home settings.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2210
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Process start date: 2021-06-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Better Care Better Jobs Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2210.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased federal funding for states to expand home and community-based services under Medicaid.
  • Support for direct care workers through improved wages, training, and working conditions.
  • Enhanced access to home care services for individuals with disabilities and the elderly, including reducing waitlists.
  • Permanent protection against spousal impoverishment for individuals receiving home and community-based services.
  • Permanent extension of the "Money Follows the Person" program, helping people transition from institutions to home settings.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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